Science
Scientific discoveries and research
Chemists discover and isolate a new boron–oxygen molecule
Oxygen is a cornerstone of chemistry, largely because it is so good at building the organic molecules that make up our world. Some oxygen-based compounds called...
A twinkling pulsar reveals invisible structures in space
The twinkling stars in the night sky are not just beautiful to look at. Their flickering reveals something about the varying temperatures and densities in the l...
How bank shocks propagate through production networks
A new study published in the May 2026 issue of the American Economic Review and authored by an international group of researchers gives a different perspective...
Rice plants observed trapping and killing fall armyworm caterpillars
Rice plants and Venus flytraps share something in common that was not scientifically documented until recently. Using a faint smell to lure caterpillars into a...
The hidden force of growth: Dividing cell colonies drive phase separation in passing particles
In physics, the spontaneous de-mixing of two substances is known as phase separation. It is an important mechanism in nature to create structure and patterns an...
Statistical technique could uncover secrets of 'ringing' black holes
Researchers have developed a technique to analyze how black holes "ring" when they collide and merge: one of the universe's most dramatic events. When black hol...
Fungus-powered farming delivers higher yields and better-tasting crops, says study
Can we have higher yields and better taste? Using a natural extract from the fungus Pseudozyma aphidis, this method improves the firmness and natural sugar cont...
How flies dodge so fast: Brain map reveals rare synapses behind split-second escapes
Have you ever wondered how a fly manages to dodge you in a split second? Scientists have long been fascinated by the lightning-fast reflexes that help flies esc...
Rising seasonal sea-level swings are under-reported, but could have a major impact
Sea levels are rising not only on average, but also in their seasonal fluctuations. This is a lesser-known trend that could have major consequences for mudflats...
Ancient iceberg scratches reveal reverse Great Lakes snowbelt
Buffalo's legendary snowfall totals are largely the result of one unlucky geographic reality: the city sits east of the Great Lakes instead of west. Anyone who...
Atomic outfittery: Targeted substitution unlocks record thermoelectric performance in Heusler compounds
A research team at TU Wien has succeeded in modifying known materials in such a way that they possess new, desirable properties. These materials are expected to...
From Bali to Brussels: Remote work is reshaping Europe's regions
As digital nomads rethink where to live, researchers are exploring whether their choices can help close Europe's urban-rural divide. New research suggests the s...